Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Environment · National NewsAlentejo Litoral activates peak wildfire defense with 216 firefighters and helicopter from July 1. What residents need to know about summer fire season.
National News · HealthOver 250 in Portugal charged with health fraud for fake diabetes claims to access Ozempic. Suspects can avoid trial by repaying subsidies plus fines.
Health · National NewsPortugal's cesarean rate hits 33.2%—over double WHO guidelines. Learn why proposed low-risk birth centers could transform maternal care for residents.
Politics · National NewsPCP boycotts Ukraine's parliamentary speaker, drawing unanimous condemnation from all other parties and forcing a diplomatic apology to Kyiv.
Environment · National NewsJulie, Portugal's last circus elephant, heads to Alentejo sanctuary, ending the 2018 wildlife ban. After years alone, she'll meet Kariba in 2026.
Economy · National NewsPortuguese wine and olive oil gain tariff-free access to Brazil and Mercosur from May 2026. Explore what the provisional EU trade deal could mean for exports and consumers.
Sports · National NewsPorto faces Barcelona tonight at 6 PM in Coimbra's roller hockey Champions League final. Watch free on RTP2 as Portugal challenges Spain's dynasty. Benfica women play at noon.
Sports · National NewsSébastien Ogier clinches his ninth Rali de Portugal victory. Read how weather, security breaches, and Portuguese motorsport talent shaped this dramatic weekend.
National News · Politics24 PSP officers face torture charges at Lisbon's Rato and Bairro Alto stations. Internal leak compromised raids. Court announces detention decisions Monday.